At Project Solar, our primary objective is to provide the lowest solar pricing in the country, free of sales commissions. This entails applying a methodology that is fair and transparent, which stands in sharp contrast to the uneven pricing strategies that are common in the solar sector.

Many solar enterprises base their prices on local power rates and sunlight availability; even while their expenses stay constant, they frequently charge more in higher-rate areas. Customers may end up paying significantly more for the same solar system as a result of this strategy.

At Project Solar, we support a flat pricing structure that, independent of utility rates or incentives, guarantees equity and consistency for every customer. We don’t change our costs for each project, and we work hard to give every client a solution that is reliable, universal, and affordable.

We account for economies of scale as well as fixed expenses related to solar installation in our pricing structure. Larger systems inherently cost more overall, but because of economies of scale, the cost per watt goes down.

We employ a sliding scale price-per-watt (PPW) approach that guarantees proportionate costs across a range of system sizes in order to establish a fair balance.

Systems over 13 kW cost $1.80 per watt for do-it-yourself installations, while 4 kW installations start at $2.10 per watt (small system size adder applies to systems below 4 kW).

We can provide Full Service installation for an extra $0.50–0.70 per watt (depending on location) if that’s what you’re interested in.

It’s crucial to remember that these prices represent the true cost; state and federal incentives, which are legally yours and are not taken into account in our pricing, are not included.

You will receive a double-backed workmanship warranty (which will also cover any potential solar-caused roof leaks, though these are rare) if you have our Project Solar Partners install your system. This provides an additional degree of protection because it signifies that Project Solar and our Partnered Installer have committed to accepting liability for the system’s installation.

A short pay-off period is another benefit of obtaining a cheap solar cost. It takes eight to 10 years for their investment to pay off because solar is much more expensive at other solar firms. Our clients’ systems typically save enough money in five and a half years to cover their costs.

Battery installations are not something that Project Solar can help with, however we do offer batteries. This policy does not apply to customers who have already had a system installed by us.
As you may have noticed from reading our post on batteries, we don’t always suggest them because they are frequently pricy and don’t always justify their high cost.
However, since home solar is still very new, prices should drop and warranties should get better. This is because battery technology is still pretty new.
This is why adding a battery to your system later on may occasionally be more economical.

When we design your panel placement, we consider a number of factors. Indeed, you do get to choose where your panels are located. To help us find the best panel placement, our design team employs Aurora Solar, one of the top design software engines in the solar business.

Important Factors in Panel Placement

• LIDAR
• Shading
• Irradiance
• Orientation
• Obstructions
• Fire-code Setbacks
• Aesthetics and Your Requests

LIDAR

We have access to LIDAR technology thanks to Aurora Solar, which allows us to create accurate, three-dimensional remote maps of your house and its surroundings. The program then provides the roof slope and heights, allowing our designers to produce precise, to-scale roof layouts. From there, we can quickly determine the most advantageous energy offset by positioning and rearranging panels.

Shading

Shade is defined as anything that creates a shadow on your roof. Aurora Solar takes into consideration the nearby houses and trees, resulting in a more precise measurement of sunshine exposure. The places on your roof with the greatest exposure to sunshine are given priority by our designers when arranging the panels.

Irradiance

Aurora Solar also makes use of irradiance mapping, which measures the annual quantity of solar radiation that reaches your roof. Our designers strive to position the panels where they will be most beneficial for you, taking into account that some parts of your roof receive more sunlight than others.

Orientation

In the course of the year, your south-facing roof will receive more sunlight than your north-facing roof here in the northern hemisphere. The sun’s location above the equator is the cause of this. First, we shall optimize the arrangement of panels on a roof that faces south. With 70% to 80% TSRF (Total Solar Resource Fraction), east and west-facing roofs are also a wise investment.

Obstructions

Blockages
When placing panels, you should also take into account any existing impediments on your roof. We are not allowed to install solar panels near vents or skylights, among other things. If something prevents you from building up a continuous array, your design can reflect the distance between panels. Add moving certain obstacles, such as pipes and vents, to your special requests so that solar panels can be installed.

Fire-Code Setbacks

To adhere to your local fire safety rules, there are precise measurements for the amount of space that must be kept unoccupied on your rooftop. In an emergency, a firefighter’s path needs to remain unobstructed. We look up the local codes and include those specifications into Aurora Solar.

Aesthetics And Your Requests

Our staff wants to ensure that you receive the system that not only meets your requirements but also has the appearance you desire. After checking out, there is a space for you to enter specific requests in the form you initially submitted. The requests portion of that form will appear something like this at the end:

Please feel free to include any changes you would like to make, any additional electrical usage you would anticipate, panel positioning requirements, or anything else you might want. We hope to hear from you soon.

When beginning a solar project, one of the most crucial things to think about is the equipment. We at Project Solar are dedicated to giving you the most value for your money. But term also refers to high-end, premium equipment, not only cheap prices.

For our systems, we employ Tier 1, black-on-black monocrystalline solar panels that meet IEC 61215 (the gold standard for the industry). For each of our systems, we obtain Enphase microinverters, the best inverters available. The Tesla Powerwall 2 and Enphase’s IQ batteries are also offered. IronRidge racking and mounting are part of the Project Solar systems, including certain Unirac components for specific roof types.Visit this page to get a list of our equipment, complete with data sheets:Specifications of the Project Solar Equipment

The Power Bank products from Project Solar are covered against manufacture faults under warranty. Units that are altered, mishandled, broken by accident, or used for purposes other than those permitted by Project Solar’s current product literature are not covered by the guarantee.

Should the return be covered by warranty, Project Solar will pay for return postage.

Claims must be made to the courier for products that are lost or damaged during shipping. If you are experiencing shipping problems, please get in touch with us so that our fulfillment team can help.

You will receive a double-backed workmanship warranty (which will also cover any potential solar-caused roof leaks, though these are rare) if you have our Project Solar Partners install your system.